ANT3520 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Forensic anthropology is - Answer-- A field that involves both anthropology and forensic studies. - A subdiscipline of biological anthropology. Modern forensic anthropology has its roots in - Answer-Anatomy Medical science Biological anthropology Taphonomic studies What is the major problem with the Hamann-Tood and Terry Skeletal Collections? - Answer-They are not representative of the entire historic U.S. population The facility that opened at the University of Tennessee in 1980: - Answer--Was overseen by Dr. William "Bill" Bas -Is devoted to the study of human decomposition Which of these is not a seminal, early forensic anthropologist? - Answer-Kathy Reichs Which of these cases would a forensic anthropologist analyze? - Answer-Burned case Airplane crash Cremation The Parkman murder case is important because - Answer-It is one of the first cases that uses forensic anthropological techniques Which of the following is NOT one of the subspecialties of biological anthropology? - Answer-Archaeology Who is the "Father of Forensic Anthropology"? - Answer-Thomas Dwight Match the historical era to the correct years: - Answer-: Formative Period : Consolidation Period : Modern Period 2000-Present: New Millenium Which of the following experts consult with medical examiners on forensic cases? - Answer-Law Enforcement Anthropologists Odontologists DNA Specialist